Antinori Pèppoli Chianti Classico red wine

Pèppoli Chianti Classico is a distinguished red wine produced by the Marchesi Antinori family, one of the most storied names in the world of viticulture. The vineyards of the Pèppoli estate are located in the heart of the Chianti Classico region in Tuscany, Italy, specifically in San Casciano in Val di Pesa. This wine is crafted primarily from the Sangiovese grape, often blended with small percentages of Merlot and Syrah to enhance its softness and aromatic complexity.

The brand has a profound historical lineage, as the Antinori family has been involved in winemaking for over six centuries, dating back to 1385 when Giovanni di Piero Antinori joined the Florentine Winemakers' Guild. The Pèppoli wine itself was first produced in 1985. Since 2013, a significant portion of its production has taken place at the state-of-the-art Antinori nel Chianti Classico winery. The wine typically undergoes aging in large Slavonian oak barrels to preserve its fruit-forward character and floral notes. To this day, the brand remains under the private ownership of the Antinori family, representing one of the longest-standing family-run businesses globally.